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Banking & Finance - London (Bar)
3
Band 3
What the Team is Known For

Blackstone Chambers is particularly known for its work on the regulatory side of banking matters. The "stunning" barristers have experience of acting in high-profile and high-value matters in a range of roles, including acting for banks as well as regulators. One source praises the set as "the go-to for matters involving financial regulatory issues".

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Andrew Hunter KC
3
Andrew Hunter KC
3
Band 3

Andrew Hunter KC is an experienced practitioner in banking and finance matters, with a strong background in acting for both claimants and defendants in high-profile financial regulatory disputes. He is equally adept at handling cases stemming from civil fraud and asset recovery.

"He is very good. He's a very attractive advocate."

Javan Herberg KC
3
Javan Herberg KC
3
Band 3

Javan Herberg KC is an accomplished silk who focuses his practice on disputes emerging from the financial services sector. He frequently acts both for and against financial regulators in high-value cases, often spanning multiple offshore jurisdictions.

"He is top-drawer for any regulatory contentious work. He is super user-friendly and very good at dealing with the FCA. He is delightful to work with, very hard-working, and no nonsense."

"Javan Herberg has an encyclopaedic knowledge of regulatory work. He's very user-friendly."

"He's unflappable."

"Javan is the go-to person for financial services regulatory disputes, and his advice is always much appreciated."

"My go-to KC for contentious regulatory matters. Highly experienced with great judgement, Javan will dive in and give well-informed views."

Andrew George KC
4
Andrew George KC
4
Band 4

Andrew George KC is frequently instructed in high-profile banking litigation. He has significant experience in mandates involving multiple jurisdictions and is able to bring his knowledge of regulatory law issues to high-stakes disputes.

"Andrew is smooth and a pleasure to deal with."

"Andrew works as an invaluable part of the team; he always rolls up his sleeves and gets stuck in."

"Andrew is the go-to for financial services regulatory work; he knows it all and he is highly responsive."

"Andrew is a total joy. He is truly expert in financial work. He is very persuasive on his feet but he's so sensible."

"Andrew is exceptional. His cross-examination makes a real difference. His courtcraft is excellent. You can have robust convos with him and he's just exceptional at hashing out issues."

Andrew Green KC
4
Andrew Green KC
4
Band 4

Andrew Green KC regularly acts for major banks and financial institutions in high-profile litigation mandates.

"He's a very punchy, assertive advocate with a very good courtroom manner. He's not madly aggressive, but if you're his client, he'll argue your corner very strongly. He's a good courtroom performer."

"Andrew Green is super impressive. We really trust him. He's excellent not only with the law but also with the strategy. He really thinks about his clients and is alive to their priorities."

"Andrew's a brilliant tactician and an accomplished advocate. His value is immeasurable. His cross-examination skills are matchless. He reads the court and presents evidence in the most compelling way."

Ranked Barristers at
Blackstone Chambers

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Banking & Finance

Andrew Hunter KC
3
Andrew Hunter KC
3
Band 3
Javan Herberg KC
3
Javan Herberg KC
3
Band 3
Andrew George KC
4
Andrew George KC
4
Band 4
Andrew Green KC
4
Andrew Green KC
4
Band 4